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India Marbs

Alexandria

Summary

A highly motivated employee, I possess a strong desire to advance in my career while embracing new challenges. My robust work ethic and adaptability, paired with exceptional interpersonal skills, enable me to build meaningful connections with clients and colleagues alike. As a treatment and mental health specialist, I maintain a positive approach to enhancing clients' behaviors in various settings, always striving to promote their dignity and normalize different conditions. My dedication to my profession is evident in my proactive attitude and organizational abilities, allowing me to manage multiple tasks efficiently. I exhibit strong leadership skills, and very proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Counselor

Life Changing Solutions
02.2025 - Current
  • Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
  • Continually updated professional knowledge by attending conferences, trainings, and workshops related to advancements in the field of mental health counseling.
  • Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
  • Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.

Advanced Carer Treatment Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
11.2021 - Current
  • Assist individuals that are suffering with a serious mental illness; which impacts their ability to function.
  • Provide program orientation and lectures to incoming individuals.
  • Identify deficiencies and excesses in individual's pattens of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
  • Apply new assessments and treatment techniques for helping individuals over come psychological problems.
  • Facilitate psychoeducational courses amongst general population.
  • Counseled and facilitated therapeutic groups in accordance with patient's recovery plan objectives and needs.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve individual's behavior.

Drug Treatment Counselor

First Choice Addiction
08.2018 - 09.2022
  • Led psychoeducational groups, equipping clients with valuable coping skills for long-term success in recovery.
  • Assessed clients'' needs and provided timely interventions to address substance abuse issues.
  • Effectively managed crisis situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients at all times.
  • Educated clients on addiction recovery resources, empowering them to make informed choices about their treatment options.
  • Provided compassionate support during individual counseling sessions, helping clients navigate complex emotions related to their addiction journey.
  • Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for increased peer support and shared learning experiences.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and encouraging growth in social skills.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
12-2016

Skills

  • Comprehensive care planning
  • Fostering relationships
  • Crisis management
  • Individualized therapeutic support
  • Evidence-based clinical practices
  • Providing counseling for individuals and groups
  • Mental health strategies
  • Skilled in facilitating group therapy sessions
  • Goal-oriented counseling
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Development and execution of treatment plans
  • Clinical documentation
  • Problem solving abilities

Timeline

Mental Health Counselor

Life Changing Solutions
02.2025 - Current

Advanced Carer Treatment Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Prisons
11.2021 - Current

Drug Treatment Counselor

First Choice Addiction
08.2018 - 09.2022

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Louisiana At Monroe

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Southern University And A&M College
India Marbs